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George Van Hare III, MD, Pediatric Cardiology, Silver Spring, MD

George F Van Hare III MD

Pediatric Electrophysiology


Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics

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  • 10903 New Hampshire AveSilver Spring, MD 20993

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Summary

  • Dr. George Van Hare III is a pediatric cardiologist specializing in pediatric electrophysiology. He completed his medical degree at University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1980 and pursued fellowships in general academic pediatrics, pediatric cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Van Hare was appointed Professor Emeritus at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine starting in 2024. He has expertise in congenital heart disease and has contributed to multiple publications in his field. He previously held leadership roles as President of the Heart Rhythm Society (2017-2018) and the Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Society (2006-2008). He is currently serving as Medical Officer in the Office of Cardiovascular Devices in the Center for Devices and Radiological Health at FDA.

Education & Training

  • University of California (San Francisco)
    University of California (San Francisco)Fellowship, Pediatric Cardiology, 1986 - 1989
  • The MetroHealth System
    The MetroHealth SystemFellowship, General Academic Pediatrics, 1984 - 1986
  • Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hosps Cleveland Med Ctr/Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital
    Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hosps Cleveland Med Ctr/Rainbow Babies and Childrens HospitalInternship, Pediatrics, 1980 - 1984
  • Uconn School Of Medicine
    Uconn School Of MedicineClass of 1980

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2010 - 2026
  • MO State Medical License
    MO State Medical License 2008 - 2026
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1985 - 2008
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 1981 - 1999
  • Pediatrics
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Cardiology
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Cardiology
  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease
    American Board of Internal Medicine Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • President Heart Rhythm Society, 2017-2018
  • President Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Society (PACES), 2006-2008

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • French

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